by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how RWU ranks among other schools offering degrees in public relations.
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The bachelor's program at RWU was ranked #159 on College Factual's Best Schools for public relations list. It is also ranked #3 in Rhode Island.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Public Relations & Advertising Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 142 |
| Best Public Relations & Advertising Schools | 159 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Roger Williams University handed out 18 bachelor's degrees in public relations & advertising. This is a decrease of 18% over the previous year when 22 degrees were handed out.
Public Relations majors who earn their bachelor's degree from RWU go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $45,269 a year. This is higher than $39,794, which is the national median for all public relations bachelor's degree recipients.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at RWU paid an average of $1,764 per credit hour. No discount was available for in-state students. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $42,336 | $42,336 |
| Fees | $330 | $330 |
| Books and Supplies | $900 | $900 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $16,690 | $16,690 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $3,350 | $3,350 |
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Of the 18 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in public relations from RWU in 2022, 39% were men and 61% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Roger Williams University with a bachelor's in public relations.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 9 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 4 |
Online degrees for the RWU public relations bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the RWU Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the public relations majors at Roger Williams University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Communication & Media Studies | 30 |
| Journalism | 2 |
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